Daniel J Stevens

Daniel J Stevens is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Minnesota. His research focuses on astrophysics, planetary science, and observational astronomy, particularly through the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS) mission and eclipsing binary systems.

• University: University of Minnesota
• Department: Physics and Astronomy
• Rank: Assistant Professor

Stevens specializes in extrasolar planets, stellar parameters, and radial-velocity methods. His work often involves analyzing light curves, photometry, and ellipsoidal variable stars to understand planetary formation and galactic dynamics.

Recent publications highlight his contributions to hot Jupiters, apsidal motion in binary systems, and M-dwarf warm Jupiter parameters. His research intersects with the SDG of Life Below Water by advancing astronomical data analysis and planetary science.

Projects & Grants:

• Landolt Mission: Constraining dark matter near the Galactic plane (PI, 2024-2026)
• Next Generation Stellar Parameters from Eclipsing Binaries (PI, 2024-2028)
• Eclipsing Binaries and Stellar Parameters (PI, 2023-2025)